Comparative SWOT analysis of alignment modalities

Alignment has been identified as a prerequisite of successful joint programming activities. Better alignment of research policy agendas leads to more effective trans-border cooperation and creation of the necessary critical mass to tackle challenges that cross our national borders. Naturally, the level of commitment and alignment achieved varies from one P2P network to another but also changes over time. The work done by ERA-LEARN 2020 in this report has revealed the variety of challenges facing alignment efforts covering the three levels, i.e. strategic, operational and financial. At the same time, we have managed to identify a number of good practice cases that can provide solutions to these challenges. Importantly, we have looked both within the P2P community as well as beyond and several valuable examples have surfaced.